Panasonic GM5 vs Panasonic TS30

The following is a in-depth assessment of the Panasonic GM5 vs Panasonic TS30, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are built by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GM5 (16MP) and the TS30 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the GM5 (Four Thirds) and TS30 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The GM5 was introduced 3 months earlier than the TS30 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS30 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the GM5 grades versus the TS30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic GM5 Gallery & Panasonic TS30 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic GM5 provides outside dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Panasonic TS30 has specifications of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the GM5 vs the TS30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the GM5 and TS30 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions only by looking at specifications. The picture here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the GM5 and TS30.

Plainly, both the cameras provide the same resolution albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The GM5 uses the bigger sensor which should make achieving shallower DOF easier.